Stoke City confirm Joe Allen talks as Swansea City in real danger of missing out after Russell Martin admission

Stoke City have confirmed they are in talks with Joe Allen over a new contract at the club.

The midfielder's current deal with the Potters expires this summer, meaning he is able to leave the bet365 Stadium for free. However, Michael O'Neill's side have announced that they are working on a deal to extend Allen's stay in Staffordshire.

WalesOnline revealed earlier this month that Swansea City are keen to re-sign the Wales international, a decade on from his move away from the club to Liverpool. (You can read the full story here.)

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Speaking after his side's loss to Queens Park Rangers on the final day of the 2021/22 season, Russell Martin admitted he would love to bring Allen back to the Swansea.com Stadium.

“He loves this club, I love him as a player," said the head coach. "I will say it. I would love to [sign him]. We’ll have to wait and see." You can read Martin's comments on Allen in full here.

However, given the club's financial situation, Swansea need to free up funds before they can get their planned signings over the line. Speaking at a fans' forum earlier this month, Martin admitted the Swans need to trim their squad - with Jay